Tag: politics
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India Celebrates Astronaut Shubhanshu’s Historic Space Mission
Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacts with Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla on the International Space Station. New Delhi, India, June 28, 2025 — Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the Indian astronaut who became the first Indian to visit the International Space Station, via video conference today. The Prime Minister remarked that…
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Non-Compliance with UGC Regulations: Consequences for Universities
UGC India has issued Show-Cause Notices to Vice-Chancellors and Registrars of Non-Compliant Universities. The universities must comply within 30 days of receiving this notice; otherwise, they will lose their Grants and Recognition. New Delhi, India, June 14, 2025 — The University Grants Commission (UGC) in India has issued Show-Cause Notices to Vice-Chancellors and Registrars of…
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President of India Inspires Future Cost Accountants
The President of India graces the National Students’ Convocation at the Institute of Cost Accountants of India. New Delhi, India, June 23, 2025 — The President of India, Draupadi Murmu, graced the National Students’ Convocation of the Institute of Cost Accountants of India in New Delhi today (June 23, 2025). In her speech, she highlighted…
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Modi Addresses Energy Security at G7 Summit 2025
Prime Minister Modi of India speaks at the G7 Outreach Session. New Delhi, India, June 18, 2025 — Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the Outreach Session of the G7 Summit held in Kananaskis today. He addressed a session titled “Energy Security: Diversification, Technology, and Infrastructure to Ensure Access and Affordability in a Changing World.”…
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Mumbai: A New Hub for International Higher Education
Mumbai Rising: Creating an International Education City Click Here to Enlarge the Invitation Mumbai is set to become a Global Education City, as Letters of Intent (LOIs) have been issued to five foreign universities: the University of York, the University of Aberdeen, the University of Western Australia, the Illinois Institute of Technology, and the Instituto…
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Indian Lawmakers Discuss Diplomacy at National Press Club
Indian lawmakers spoke at the National Press Club during a Newsmakers event. WASHINGTON, DC, June 6, 2025 — On Wednesday, June 4, at 3:00 p.m., the National Press Club welcomed four distinguished members of an all-party delegation from India for an insightful Newsmakers event. The discussion delved into critical topics, such as Operation Sindoor, a…
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UGC’s Game-Changing Regulations impact Panjab University as Chandigarh Administrator endorses College Autonomy
The Chandigarh Administrator’s endorsement of the UGC’s initiative to promote college autonomy holds significant implications for Panjab University, heralding a transformative era for academic freedom and institutional empowerment of local colleges. New Delhi / Chandigarh, India, May 29, 2025 — The University Grants Commission (UGC) has dispatched a fresh letter to the Vice-Chancellors of all…
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IMF Says India is 4th Largest Economy: What It Means for Chandigarh
Punjab’s Governor and Administrator of UT Chandigarh emphasized the city’s commitment to sustainable growth, skill development, and good governance during the 10th NITI Aayog Governing Council meeting. Enlarge this Photo. Chandigarh, India, May 26, 2025 — Mr. Gulab Chand Kataria, the Governor of Punjab and Administrator of the Union Territory of Chandigarh participated in the…
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Become a Civil Defence Volunteer with MY Bharat Today!
MY Bharat invites Youth to enroll as Civil Defence Volunteers. Chandigarh, India, May 13, 2025 — MY Bharat, an initiative led by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, vigorously mobilizes youth nationwide to join as MY Bharat Civil Defence Volunteers. This comprehensive nationwide campaign aims to empower youth to step into…
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BrahMos Facility: Boosting India’s Defense Innovation
According to the Raksha Mantri (Defence Minister of India), Operation Sindoor is a military action symbolizing India’s political, social, and strategic willpower. New Delhi, India, May 11, 2025 — “Operation Sindoor was more than a military action; it symbolized India’s political and strategic resolve,” stated Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh during his virtual address at…
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UN Security Council Condemns Jammu and Kashmir Terror Attack
The United Nations Security Council has issued a Press Statement regarding a terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir. United Nations, New York, April 30, 2025 — The following UN Security Council press statement was issued by Council President Jérôme Bonnafont (France): The members of the Security Council strongly condemned the terrorist attack that occurred in…
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National Press Club Applauds Key Press Freedom Ruling
The National Press Club commends the federal ruling that reaffirms the rights of the press to access vital information. WASHINGTON, April 9, 2025 — The National Press Club has expressed strong praise for the recent federal court ruling, which asserts that discrimination against journalists based on their viewpoints is unconstitutional. They described this decision as…
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National Press Club Responds to AP Reporter Blockade
National Press Club Statement on AP Reporter Blocked From The Oval Office Washington, DC, February 14, 2025 — National Press Club President Mike Balsamo today issued the following statement after the White House blocked an Associated Press reporter from attending an executive order signing in the Oval Office: “Today’s action by the White House is…
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Mike Balsamo Takes Office as 118th President of National Press Club
The National Press Club inaugurates Mike Balsamo as its 118th President. Washington, DC, February 13, 2025—According to Mike Balsamo, the 118th Club president, the National Press Club is enhancing its commitment to defending a free and independent press amidst rising physical, legal, and digital threats. Balsamo, the Associated Press’s U.S. law enforcement editor, stated on…
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U.S.-India COMPACT: New Era of Military and Technological Cooperation
India and the USA launched a new initiative called “U.S.-India COMPACT” during the Prime Minister of India’s visit to the United States. Washington, DC, February 14, 2025 — The President of the United States of America, The Honorable Donald J. Trump hosted the Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi for an Official Working Visit…
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Building Global Partnerships: Modi’s Diplomatic Visits to France and the USA
Prime Minister Modi’s statement ahead of his visits to France and the USA. New Delhi, India, February 10, 2025 — Prime Minister Modi’s statement before he visits France and the USA: “I will visit France from February 10 to February 12 at President Macron’s invitation. While in Paris, I look forward to co-chairing the AI…
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Raj Bhavan Conclave: The Universities of Punjab and Chandigarh Unite to Combat Drug Addiction on Campuses.
Punjab Raj Bhavan organizes a conclave on stress management and drug addiction for universities and colleges in Punjab and Chandigarh. Chandigarh, February 9, 2024 — The Administrator of Chandigarh and Governor of Punjab, Gulab Chand Kataria, today inaugurated a conclave on Stress Management and Drug Addiction in Universities and Colleges of Punjab and Chandigarh at…
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Strategies for Combating Substance Abuse in Chandigarh Colleges
The Chandigarh Administrator convenes a Joint Committee Meeting on the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan at Post Graduate Government College for Girls, Sector-42, Chandigarh. Chandigarh, India, February 2, 2025—In alignment with the visionary goals of the Honorable Governor of Punjab and Administrator of UT Chandigarh, Gulab Chand Kataria, a significant Joint Committee Meeting took place at…
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University of Southampton’s Upcoming Delhi Campus: A Boost for Higher Education in India
India’s Education Minister, Dharmendra Pradhan, met with the University of Southampton delegation. New Delhi, India, January 31, 2025 — Union Minister for Education Dharmendra Pradhan convened a meeting today in New Delhi with a delegation from the University of Southampton and representatives from the British Council in India. The meeting included the participation of Vineet…
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Davos 2025: Leaders Discuss Future Visions
World leaders present ambitious visions for the future at the 2025 Annual Meeting in Davos. During his speech at Davos, President Trump announced the “largest tax cut in American history” and indicated plans for a significant intervention to lower oil prices and interest rates. Pope Francis urged global leaders to collaborate in ensuring that artificial…
